Archives for June 2, 2009

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Sustainability chair lambasts UK food and farming policy

By staff reporter

The UK government’s policy on sustainable food and farming has been overtaken by developments in climate change and obesity and is no longer fit for its purpose, says the chair of the Sustainable Development Commission.

Fatty formulation may boost feeling of fullness

By Stephen Daniells

Oil-in-water emulsions formulated to improve their stability in the harsh acidic conditions of the stomach may promote a feeling of fullness and help with weight management, suggests new research.

Consumers seeking more from organics, analyst

By Jess Halliday

Organic certification alone no longer covers all the ethical and sustainable considerations of consumers, according to Organic Monitor, which says new ‘Organic Plus’ strategies are now emerging.

EU health claim rules blamed for R&D brain drain

By Shane Starling

At a health claims meeting attended by regulators, politicians and regulators, held in Brussels yesterday, one of the major concerns voiced was the stifling effect on innovation the process was having.